Kenco: Director - WMS Implementation (Blue Yonder)

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Overview

Kenco Logistics is seeking a Director of WMS Implementation specializing in Blue Yonder. This remote position is tailored for an individual who excels in managing comprehensive warehouse management system (WMS) implementations. Kenco is a leader in third-party logistics (3PL) within the U.S. and prides itself on innovation, safety, and sustainability, creating a supportive work environment committed to employee growth and impactful contributions to the supply chain industry.

Job Description

As the Director of Implementation, the selected candidate will lead new customer implementations and significant expansions within the Blue Yonder WMS platform. The responsibilities encompass providing functional and technical guidance across solution design, configuration, integrations, and go-live execution. This role serves as the principal implementation expert and ensures a seamless and effective deployment of WMS solutions to enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Key Functions

The role includes a variety of critical functions:

• Leading high-risk or strategically significant implementations on the Blue Yonder WMS platform.
• Acting as the senior solution architect providing guidance in areas like functional design, configuration, warehouse process modeling, integration strategy, and more.
• Reviewing and approving design documents and configuration strategies.
• Addressing technical and functional implementation challenges as the final escalation point.
• Ensuring project adherence to timelines and budgets while maintaining high quality.
• Establishing practical standards for implementation while accommodating customer-specific needs.
• Managing an internal team of implementation consultants, providing support through coaching and joint problem solving.
• Conducting customer workshops, design sessions, and leading executive checkpoints.

Qualifications Required

Candidates looking to apply for this position must meet specific educational and professional qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 10+ years of relevant experience implementing Blue Yonder WMS (JDA), including solution design and configuration.
• At least 5+ years leading WMS implementation teams, particularly in 3PL or complex distribution contexts.
• Blue Yonder certification(s) and/or PMP or Agile certifications are preferred.
• Experience in high-volume, multi-client 3PL operations, and supporting RFP responses is advantageous.
• Comprehensive knowledge of warehouse operations, labor processes, integrations (ERP, TMS), and data flows is essential.

Desired Competencies

The ideal candidate should embody certain competencies that align with Kenco’s values:

• Collaborative Leadership: Ability to instill a sense of purpose and achieve results through teamwork.
• Communication for Impact: Skilled in conveying strategic vision and priorities effectively.
• Customer Relationship Building: Maintaining intimate knowledge of customer needs for rapid results.
• Financial Acumen: Making fiscally sound decisions aligned with the company's strategic objectives.
• Leading Change: Developing and implementing organizational strategies, fostering creative thinking.
• Strategic Agility: Balancing daily tasks with long-term strategic actions.

Travel Requirements

Candidates should expect to travel around 25% of the time, including the necessity of holding a valid passport for trips to Canada or Mexico.

Compensation and Benefits

Details regarding salary are not specified, but Kenco Logistics offers a competitive benefits package that typically includes:

• Medical Insurance: Including HSA, HRA, and FSA accounts.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance: Basic and supplemental options available.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• A retirement savings plan: 401(k).
• Accrued time off: approximately 2 weeks of Paid Time Off, accruing from Day 1.
• Employer Paid Holidays: Typically 10 days.

Company Culture

Kenco emphasizes a strong professional environment where innovation, integrity, and employee engagement are valued. The company's core pillars include honesty, service, and improvement, encouraging their workforce to pursue operational excellence, innovate continuously, and grow alongside the company.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Kenco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. They uphold a non-discrimination policy, ensuring that all employees and applicants are considered without bias based on characteristics like age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability.

This opening for the Director of WMS Implementation is an excellent opportunity for candidates with a robust background in WMS processes and a strong desire to lead impactful projects within a leading logistics firm.

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